批

批 — criticism, strike

Learn the correct stroke order for 批 (criticism), a 7-stroke kanji.

JLPT N1Grade 67 strokes

Stroke Order

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Stroke 0 / 7
On'yomi (音読み)ヒhi
Kun'yomi (訓読み)—
Strokes7
Radical手
Frequency#568
Meaningscriticism, strike

Step-by-Step Diagram

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Common Words

批准ひじゅんratificationnoun
批判ひはんcriticism; judgement; judgmentnoun
批評ひひょうcriticism; critique; reviewnoun
批判的ひはんてきcritical; judgmental; censoriousna-adjective

Usage & Examples

Usage Notes

The kanji 批 (criticism) is taught in grade 6 of Japanese elementary school and appears at JLPT N1 level. It has 7 strokes with radical 手.

In newspaper frequency rankings, 批 is #568, making it a frequently used kanji.

Example Words in Context

批准ひじゅん — ratification
批判ひはん — criticism; judgement; judgment
批評ひひょう — criticism; critique; review

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many strokes does 批 have?

The kanji 批 (criticism) has 7 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.

What is the correct stroke order for 批?

批 follows the standard Japanese stroke order as taught in schools. Use the step-by-step diagram or the "Try Writing" tool above to practice each stroke in sequence.

What does 批 mean?

批 means: criticism, strike. On'yomi readings: ヒ.

What JLPT level is 批?

批 is a JLPT N1 kanji. This is an advanced kanji.